Clinical Pharmacist: Medicines Optimisation & PCN Lead

Holyhead Primary Healthcare Centre; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary healthcare center in Birmingham is seeking a highly motivated individual to provide quality patient care as a clinical pharmacist. The ideal candidate will conduct clinical medication reviews, manage chronic diseases, and ensure appropriate prescribing practices. You should possess a Master's qualification, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, and have significant experience in the field. This role emphasizes collaborative team efforts and commitment to high standards of patient service.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Mandatory registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Independent prescriber or working towards qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical medication reviews and manage complex polypharmacy patients.
• Support the repeat prescription system and manage reauthorisation process.
• Provide clinical leadership in medicines optimisation.
• Manage chronic diseases within the practice.
• Participate in quality improvement and audits.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Therapeutic knowledge

Experience in evidence-based healthcare

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Masters qualification

Mandatory registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Membership of Primary Care Pharmacy Association (PCPA)

Job description

A primary healthcare center in Birmingham is seeking a highly motivated individual to provide quality patient care as a clinical pharmacist. The ideal candidate will conduct clinical medication reviews, manage chronic diseases, and ensure appropriate prescribing practices. You should possess a Master's qualification, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, and have significant experience in the field. This role emphasizes collaborative team efforts and commitment to high standards of patient service.